The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil, Money and Power

The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil, Money and PowerWinner of the Pulitzer Prize, The Prize by Daniel Yergin is a sweeping and masterfully researched history of the global oil industry and its profound influence on modern politics, economics, and warfare. Spanning from the first oil discoveries in the nineteenth century to the geopolitical struggles of the late twentieth century, Yergin traces how oil became the worlds most sought after resource shaping empires, igniting conflicts, and redefining

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, The Prize by Daniel Yergin is a sweeping and masterfully researched history of the global oil industry and its profound influence on modern politics, economics, and warfare. Spanning from the first oil discoveries in the nineteenth century to the geopolitical struggles of the late twentieth century, Yergin traces how oil became the world’s most sought-after resource — shaping empires, igniting conflicts, and redefining global power.

Blending biography, corporate intrigue, technological innovation, and international diplomacy, the book introduces powerful figures, dramatic rivalries, and pivotal events that changed the course of history. Accessible yet deeply detailed, The Prize remains a landmark work for readers interested in energy, global economics, and the forces that have shaped the modern world.

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